Log 300A: OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries Beginning Feb. 1, 2008

Log 300A: OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries Beginning Feb. 1, 2008: "The Occupational Safety and Health Administration today reminded employers that beginning Feb. 1, 2008, they must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred during 2007. Employers are required to post OSHA Form 300A (summary). The 2007 summary must be posted from Feb. 1 to April 30, 2008."

Don’t Take a Risk with Your Valentine’s Day Gifts

Don’t Take a Risk with Your Valentine’s Day Gifts: "With consumers estimated to spent over 17 billion dollars on Valentine’s Day gifts this year, it is extremely important that expensive items such as jewelry or electronics are properly insured, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)."

e-file - A Smart Way to do Your Taxes

e-file - A Smart Way to do Your Taxes: "Every year, more taxpayers discover the benefits of filing their tax return electronically. Whether you use a professional tax preparer authorized by the IRS or do it yourself from a home computer, there are many reasons to consider e-filing your tax return this year."

2008 Contractors License Law & Reference Book Now Available

2008 California Contractors License Law & Reference Book Now Available: "SACRAMENTO -- This year's issue of the annual Contractors State License Board (CSLB) California Contractors License Law & Reference Book is now available for purchase or for online viewing. The publication includes easy reference to new laws that became effective January 1, 2008, in the “Summary of Major Changes to Contractor Law” section at the beginning of the book"

OSHA Poster Scam Alert

OSHA Poster Scam Alert: "We continue to learn of complaints from employers who have received 'official looking' announcements and -- in some cases -- threatening notices, messages, or telephone calls from various companies requiring that employers purchase OSHA documents from them in order to remain in compliance with OSHA rules and regulations."

The Earned Income Tax Credit: The IRS Reports

The Earned Income Tax Credit: The IRS Reports: "The EITC is for people who work, but have lower incomes. If you qualify, it could be worth up to $4,700 this year. So you could pay less federal tax or even get a refund. That’s money you can use to make a difference in your life. Did you know that in Tax Year 2006, over 22.4million taxpayers received $43.7 billion dollars in EITC – making the credit a great investment in the lives of those who claim it? However, the IRS estimates 20 percent to 25 percent of people who qualify for the credit do not claim it. At the same time, there are millions of Americans who have claimed the credit in error, many of whom simply don’t understand the criteria."

Broadband in America, 2007: NTIA Releases New Report

Broadband in America, 2007: NTIA Releases New Report: "WASHINGTON-- The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today released the report, 'Networked Nation: Broadband in America, 2007,' that highlights the dramatic growth of broadband in the United States. The report shows that the Administration’s technology, regulatory and fiscal policies have stimulated innovation and competition, and encouraged investment in the U.S. broadband market contributing to significantly increased accessibility of broadband services."

Government Jobs: MSHA seeking to hire more mine inspectors

Government Jobs: MSHA seeking to hire more mine inspectors: "The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) today announced the availability of additional metal and nonmetal mine inspector positions for duty stations in Mesa, Ariz.; Denver, Colo.; Topeka, Kan.; Helena, Mont.; and Salt Lake City, Utah. Interested citizens should register and apply online through MSHA's Web site prior to the Feb. 25 deadline. MSHA is recruiting for general and electrical positions under the agency's ongoing Mine Inspector Career Trainee Program."

Internet Pagejacking: FTC Asks Court to Hold Internet Pagejacking Defendants in Contempt

Internet Pagejacking: FTC Asks Court to Hold Internet Pagejacking Defendants in Contempt: "The Federal Trade Commission has asked a U.S. district court to hold three Internet pagejackers in contempt and order them to give up their ill-gotten gains for violating a previous order barring their unfair and deceptive practices."

CDC Update: HIV Prevalence in the U.S. Household Population

CDC Update: HIV Prevalence in the U.S. Household Population: "Approximately half of 1 percent (0.47 percent) of the U.S. household population between the ages of 18 and 49 are living with HIV, according to estimates from CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) based on surveys conducted between 1999-2006."

Summer Undergraduate Internship 2008 - Environmental Health

Summer Undergraduate Internship 2008 - Environmental Health: "CDC invites qualified applicants to apply for a ten week summer program for in Environmental Public Health at the National Center for Environmental Health /Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (NCEH/ATSDR) in Atlanta, Georgia. This is a 10 week paid summer internship for undergraduate students passionate about the environment, about health, and about the link between the two."

New Microsoft Excel File Format Now Available on Tax-Exempt Organizations

New Microsoft Excel File Format Now Available on Tax-Exempt Organizations: "You can now download data files on tax-exempt organizations from the IRS Exempt Organization Master File in an easier-to-read format using Microsoft Excel. The data files are grouped by state and include an organization’s name, address, employer identification number (EIN), date of exemption ruling, and other information, such as the applicable subsection code – 501(c)(3), (c)(4), (c)(5), etc. – foundation code and organization code."

Treating Alcohol Withdrawal Clinical Trial Opportunity

Treating Alcohol Withdrawal Clinical Trial Opportunity: "The purpose of this study is determine if subjects with alcohol withdrawal who receive oral baclofen, plus standard benzodiazepine therapy, will experience less severe withdrawal symptoms than those who receive placebo plus standard benzodiazepine therapy"

Treatment for Adolescent Marijuana Abuse Clinical Trial

Treatment for Adolescent Marijuana Abuse Clinical Trial: "Marijuana remains the most prevalent illicit substance used by adolescents and the number of adolescents receiving treatment for marijuana abuse more than tripled during the last decade. A small number of clinical trials suggest that family-based and individual interventions have efficacy for treating adolescent substance abuse."

Zoo Animal Ringtones:Friends of the National Zoo Rings in the New Year with Zoo Animal

Cell phones will soon ring with really wild sounds thanks to a program launched today by Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ), the nonprofit partner of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. Animal fans can carry the wild with them and support the National Zoo's conservation and education programs by downloading ringtones of 25 animal vocalizations , including those made by giant panda Tai Shan and Sumatran tiger Soyono.

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Fake GED Testing Services: ACE Issues Warning About Fake GED Testing Services

GEDTS is deeply concerned with a recent increase in the number of web sites purporting to offer GED testing online or through the mail,” said Sylvia E. Robinson, ACE assistant vice president and executive director of the GED Testing Service. “We would like everyone to know â€" and share with othersâ€" that the GED Tests are not currently offered online and can only be taken in person at an official GED Testing Center.

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Solar Power Contract Opportunity

State of California needs a contractor to finance, design, engineer, construct, install, operate and maintain 3rd Party owned solar photovoltaic power generating system at State host facilities under a site license agreement. The solar power generated will be delivered and sold to the State host facility under a power purchase agreement for a term of 20 years. Systems anticipated to be installed include roof mounted arrays, parking canopy systems, and one large ground mounted array. Total estimated solar power generating capacity for this RFP is 9.6 MW ac. This encompasses 15 State host facilities.

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FDA Issues Update on Animal Cloning

After years of detailed study and analysis, the Food and Drug Administration has concluded that meat and milk from clones of cattle, swine, and goats, and the offspring of clones from any species traditionally consumed as food, are as safe to eat as food from conventionally bred animals. There was insufficient information for the agency to reach a conclusion on the safety of food from clones of other animal species, such as sheep.

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SAMHSA Accepting Applications for Grants for Substance Abuse Treatment Programs

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is soliciting applications for fiscal year (FY) 2008 Targeted Capacity Expansion Program for Substance Abuse Treatment and HIV/AIDS Services.   This program aims at enhancing and expanding substance abuse treatment and/or outreach and pretreatment services that are provided in conjunction with HIV/AIDS services performed in the African American, Latino/Hispanic, and other racial and ethnic communities highly affected by the epidemics of substance abuse and HIV/AIDS.

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AUCTION REMINDER: Food Service Equipment Like New - January 22

Featuring:Hussmann, Master-Bilt Upright Double Door & Single Door Freezers - Double & Single Door Refrigerators - Master-Bilt Ice Cream Dipping Cabinets - Manitowoc Ice Machine - Stainless Steel Hand Sinks - Norlake Walk-In Freezer/Cooler - Three Compartment Sink - Taylor Two Spigot Soft Serve Machine - Cobatco Waffle Maker - Large Sprinkles Dispenser - Blendtec Blender - Hamilton Three Spindle Shake Mixer - Scales - Hussmann Baked Goods Merchandiser - Bunn Coffee Maker - Six Spigot Soda Dispenser - Bevles Proofing Cabinet - Lang Convection Oven - Victory Under Counter Refrigeration - Swinging Doors - Stainless Steel Prep Tables - Dunnage Racks - Metro Racks - Neon Signs - Personnel Lockers - Tables - Chairs - Wire Racks - Small Wares - Office Equipment and much more...

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